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Did you know that Seattle is getting new on-street parking pay stations? We installed our first one today in Pioneer Square!

April 13, 2015

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) has begun replacing the current on-street parking pay stations that were installed between 2004 and 2010. The first new pay station has been installed in Pioneer Square on Occidental Way South near CenturyLink Field. SDOT will replace or retrofit all 2,200 of the City’s on-street parking pay stations… [ Keep reading ]

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What do you think about the Transportation Levy to Move Seattle?

April 9, 2015

Join SDOT Director Scott Kubly for coffee in the coming weeks to learn more and share your feedback on the Transportation Levy to Move Seattle. Lots of other opportunities to engage, as well. Last month, Mayor Murray announced a proposal for a nine-year, $900 million levy to replace the existing… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Biking, Parking, Pedestrians, SDOT, Transit, Trees and Vegetation

What is Public Space?

April 2, 2015

What is “public space”? What do you picture in your head? Do you have a moment to tell us? Take this short survey to share your opinions. Thank you!  

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SDOT is Installing 10 New Taxi Stands and Wants Your Location Suggestions

March 31, 2015

SDOT is installing 10 new taxi stands through 2015 and we’re looking for input on where they should go. Taxi stands are dedicated curb spaces where only taxis can wait. Taxi stands are a predictable way for people to know where they can catch a taxi downtown and throughout the city’s… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Downtown Traffic Signal Re-Timing Project

March 31, 2015

Do you feel you need to wait too long or that you stop too often for traffic signals in downtown Seattle? If so, you might be interested in this on-going Seattle downtown traffic signal re-timing project. Seattle’s signal lights were timed around 10 years ago, but rapid growth, significant construction… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle is Growing…and so is Access

March 27, 2015

Seattle is booming. Right now there are approximately 100 active and upcoming construction projects in downtown; 129 current and upcoming projects across four hub areas outside of city center; and one very busy Access Seattle team. The effort that began nearly one year ago is a big step for… [ Keep reading ]

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We look forward to “Future of Transportation in Cities” featuring Gabe Klein tonight and hope you’re joining

March 25, 2015

We look forward to hearing from Gabe Klein tonight at the first of the Transportation Speaker series. Cathy Duchamp from KUOW will be moderating at the Seattle Central Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  See you all there. What is the future of transportation in Seattle?… [ Keep reading ]

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What Moves You, Seattle? Share Your Input on a New Transportation Levy Proposal

March 18, 2015

Seattle is one of the fastest growing cities in the country, and our transportation system is critical to our quality of life and economic vitality. Earlier this month, Mayor Ed Murray introduced Move Seattle — his ten-year transportation vision that integrates our long-term plans for walking, biking, transit, and freight… [ Keep reading ]

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Parklet and Streatery Application Deadline Extended to March 30!

March 18, 2015

Interested in building a parklet or streatery but still need more time to complete your application? You’re in luck! We’re extending the application deadline for application to March 30 to give you more time to generate ideas and get the support of your neighbors. Parklets and streateries are a great… [ Keep reading ]

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Spring Break Resurfacing in U-District

March 16, 2015

Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) Crews will take advantage of expected lighter traffic volumes near the University of Washington during spring break. Crews plan to pave a block of Brooklyn Avenue Northeast and two blocks of Northeast 41st Street. The work on both streets is part of SDOT’s annual street… [ Keep reading ]

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